Vegas Shows Strong Form in Preseason
The Vegas Golden Knights showcased their dominance with a decisive 6-1 victory against the Colorado Avalanche on October 1, 2024, at Ball Arena. This marks Vegas’ third preseason win, leaving fans excited for the regular season.
How the Game Unfolded
The Avalanche struck first, with Jere Innala netting a power-play goal just 3:57 into the game. Assisted by Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar, Colorado initially looked sharp. However, that lead was short-lived, as the Golden Knights responded with six unanswered goals throughout the remainder of the game.
Vegas equalized midway through the first period on a power-play goal from Tanner Pearson, followed by a strike from Brendan Brisson that gave Vegas a 2-1 lead heading into the second period. The momentum continued to shift toward the Golden Knights, with Zach Aston-Reese adding another goal in the second frame, pushing the lead to 3-1.
In the final period, Vegas sealed the deal with a barrage of goals. Joe Fleming netted one early, followed by a second from Aston-Reese and a final goal from Tanner Laczynski to end the game at 6-1.
Key Performances
Vegas goaltender Akira Schmid delivered an outstanding performance, stopping 27 of 28 shots, showing that the Golden Knights have strong depth between the pipes heading into the regular season. Zach Aston-Reese also stood out, scoring twice and demonstrating his offensive prowess as a key asset for Vegas.
Looking Ahead
The Golden Knights will face the Colorado Avalanche again on Thursday, October 3, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Fans attending this game will receive a special William Karlsson pin to commemorate the night. With momentum on their side, Vegas is expected to continue showcasing their strength as the preseason winds down.
Preseason Results So Far
- Sunday, Sept. 22: Golden Knights 4, Sharks 2
- Wednesday, Sept. 25: Kings 3, Golden Knights 2
- Friday, Sept. 27: Golden Knights 5, Utah 2
- Tuesday, Oct. 1: Golden Knights 6, Avalanche 1
The Golden Knights are closing out their preseason with back-to-back home games, including another match against the San Jose Sharks on October 5.
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